Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Eligibility Requirements?

Grants are made to 501(c)(3) public charities in Louisville, Kentucky. Grants are not made to private foundations or to individuals. The Foundation may not designate funds for legislation or support activities that seek to influence the legislative process, except as allowed by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

What is the Grant Range?

Grants range from $5,000 to $100,000.

What is the Application Process?

After viewing our funding guidelines and speaking with the Executive Director about your request, submit your request using the Foundation’s online application. The link to the application is on the tab “Apply Now” on this website. Grant deadlines are also listed there.

What is the Review Process?

The Board of Directors meets two times per year. Application deadlines precede the meeting by approximately one month. Applicants will be contacted by the Executive Director after each Board meeting to learn whether the application was approved or declined. Approved projects will receive the funds once a Grant Agreement form is signed and returned to the foundation office.